1972 Maserati Bora vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (211 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 266 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Because 2011 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Dakota. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Dakota. 2011 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1972 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1972 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Maserati Bora | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Maserati | Dodge |
Model | Bora | Dakota |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3340 mm |